jonnybgood

I chose not to go for proximity for that reason. Even the shock sensor can be triggered by motorbikes driving past, but luckily the sensitivity can be turned down which I had to do. But give the tyres a kick or the cat a knock and the alarm will go off.

I had my cat stolen last September and have since had the factory alarm upgraded to have a shock sensor fitted inside the car (in middle compartment between front seats) for less than £200 so that the alarm goes off if anyone starts meddling. Would thoroughly recommend Neil at Creative Car Sounds in North London who did this for me. Gives me some peace of mind that they're less likely to stick around when the alarm goes off.

7 minutes ago, Romasato said:

It better be something better than nothing for the extra 200-300 pounds.

 

I am not sure if there are so many other car models with higher ground clearance and with easily accessible converters like RX SUV. And if that means 300 GBP profit for the thief, they'll memorize location and come back with extra tools.

https://www.rhino-accessories.com/universal-catloc

this one is £125 inc. VAT, which seems cheap compared to your estimate.

this youtube video from the manufacturer indicates that the materials used are strong enough: 

8 minutes ago, Andre2000 said:

Well Toyota states it will not stop a determined thief. 

https://blog.toyota.co.uk/catalytic-converter-theft-how-to-protect-your-car 

 

“catlock determined thieves will still steal catalytic converter” google this and 1st listing as above. Without the quotes.

 

I do understand though that if the car is under Lexus warranty this presents a real issue that they need to address. You cannot put a 3rd party part as it will invalidate your warranty.

 

Andrew

I checked your link and it says "‘Catloc’ device can deter theft and make it more difficult". Sufficiently vague!

I imagine the thieves don't want to spend longer than a couple of minutes on each car and I would hope a well fitted catloc would deter them enough..plenty of unsecured catalytic converters our there which they can remove in under 2 mins.

16 minutes ago, Andre2000 said:

 

Sorry to hear about your Catalytic Converter. Opinion is divided on how to best protect yourself from theft. I initially was going through the Insurance and getting Lexus to do the work, after 24 hours I changed my mind and cancelled the claim for a couple of reasons.

1, The length of time it takes to repair with Lexus as no parts/stock in the UK. Car hire I know Insurance will pay for but to rack up 1000s on top just does not seem that right way forward for me.

2, Installing a new Lexus part back on may well be an invitation to steal it again. 

 

I’ll use a universal Convertor in the hope they decide to move on.

 

There has been 3000 Convertors stolen already in the first 6 months of this year In London. Mainly Toyota/Lexus Hybrid models.

 

Herbie has a very strong point Imo. It will take a determined thieves a couple of minutes longer at most according to many sources. Please use google. 

Hi, you say a catloc may only slow down determined thieves by a couple of minutes ...

I just checked google and I cannot find anything about catlocs being ineffective. Please could you direct me to any sources you've seen to support your comment?

Thanks

1 minute ago, Herbie said:

Completely impossible.

Even the 'Catloc' devices will only add an extra couple of minutes inconvenience for the ne'r-do-well's who are stealing them, not stop them completely.

How do you know this?

12 minutes ago, Andre2000 said:

Check the image. They will just cut around cut locks. I was going to go through Insurance and get Lexus to do the job. What changed my mind is I have read they just target the car again. So decided to fit universal which will arrive in a few days. Lucky I have Mrs car to drive.

I'll be fitting mine with a Clifford car alarm on max sensitivity aswell then. Does anyone know which catlock would be best? 

See following link for pic

https://www.sussexinstallations.co.uk/products/hellingly/specialist/catloc-cat1001-1.html

4 hours ago, Lager shandy said:

How much of the pipe does the catlock cover ,surely they will just cut it further up the pipe then any cables etc as well battery powered disc cutter will slice through anything you bolt on .i don't think they are worried about being seen or heard .

See following link for pic

https://www.sussexinstallations.co.uk/products/hellingly/specialist/catloc-cat1001-1.html

does anyone know the rough dimensions of a genuine Lexus replacement cat?

I'm looking for the right size catloc to fit over it the new one...I've decided to make a claim on my insurance and I've asked the garage who are fixing it to also fit the catloc to stop them coming back a 2nd time!

thinking of going for a catloc 1001 or catloc 1002. any advice appreciated.

thanks for posting.

I had my cat stolen yesterday when it was parked in N London (N15).

I just rang Toyota about the catloc which costs between £200-£250 - they couldn't say if it would fit on a Lexus. Apparently Lexus are looking into manufacturing their own version of the catloc. https://blog.toyota.co.uk/catalytic-converter-theft-how-to-protect-your-car

They say the waiting list for a new cat is about a month, apparently loads of cats have been stolen in the last couple of weeks.